Janice Canerdy Poet Quintain (English)

Buzzkill--Buzzwords

When people say they’ve "learned to think outside the box”
and want to share their innovative thoughts with me,
I don’t speak up; I don’t like being one who mocks.
They fail to see the situation’s irony!
That phrase is NOT a sign of creativity.

How quickly catchy metaphors become clichés!
The most used buzzwords make some sigh and roll their eyes. 
It’s easier to use one than create a phrase
that’s fresh and more expressive. Here’s advice that’s wise:
Leave buzzwords IN the box and hope the whole lot dies.

February 10, 2022
Entered in the Buzzwords Contest         Placed 1st
Sponsor: Kim Rodrigues

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Connie Marcum Wong March 10, 2022 at 2:30 AM Loved your fantastic ending Janice. I have to agree with your sage advice. Congratulations on your well earned first place win. Blessings xxoo

Kim Rodrigues March 9, 2022 at 12:28 PM That phrase is NOT a sign of creativity- for sure! Congratulations!

Harry Horsman February 12, 2022 at 11:05 PM So true, Janice, and these crazy days where, initials are use instead of the full title. Love this poem, so meaningful. Janice Canerdy February 13, 2022 at 6:34 PM Thanks so much, Harry. Janice

Tom Cunningham February 10, 2022 at 10:20 AM And all speak English again lol, good one Janice and good luck. Tom Janice Canerdy February 10, 2022 at 12:15 PM Thanks so much, Tom. Janice